How drones have affected Construction Industry
In the last years, drones have become an advantageous device, widely used in construction industry, that offers vast possibilities and applications.
Robotics technology transforms current construction industry
Researchers at Purdue Polytechnic Institute are currently trying to lay the foundation for robotics technology in construction industry.
High wooden buildings approved in Washington
Washington has become the first state to allow the construction of high (up to 18 stories) wooden buildings.
Construction industry advances in Antarctica
The construction industry aims at revolutionizing the buildings' design and aesthetics in Antarctica.
New warning system monitors the internal damage of fiber-reinforced polymer materials
Scientists have created a new system capable of detecting damage in fiber-reinforced polymer materials also known as FRPs.
China’s massive infrastructure boost to tackle coronavirus crisis
The government of China plans a series of new infrastructure projects to boost the economy after the depression caused by the coronavirus outburst.
Construction sites in New York City re-open after COVID-19 restrictions
Multiple construction sites in New York City reopened after the restrictions applied for the COVID-19 pandemic were relieved.
Archaeological sites in Israel threatened due to construction boom
According to some researchers, archaeological sites in Israel are vulnerable due to the rapid growth of construction projects.
Can wood compete with steel and concrete as a building material?
Wood presents a lot of benefits as a building material because it is strong, lightweight and environmental friendly. However, only changes in building codes will make wood competitive with steel and concrete.
3D printing concrete structures
A research team in Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), has managed to 3D-print concrete structures by the utilization of 2 robotic machines.
